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Our top ten Five Finger Death Punch songs look at a band that is one of today’s most popular mainstream metal bands. Hailing from Las Vegas‚ they have released nine albums since their formation in 2005. Five Finger Death Punch combines various styles that make up a unique mix‚ all adding to a classic modern metal sound. They combine melody with heaviness fueled by an aggressive style that perfectly accompanies their lyrics‚ which are often dark in nature‚ often dealing with real-life hardships that the band has been through in their personal lives. As a result‚ they have built up The post Top 10 Five Finger Death Punch Songs appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.

The post Why Does My Cat Smell Like Maple Syrup? 3 Vet-Reviewed Reasons by Rachel Giordano appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it‚ but all of these articles were assigned‚ contracted and paid for‚ so they aren't considered public domain. However‚ we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article‚ then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com. A cat that smells like maple syrup may sound pleasant‚ but in reality‚ it could be an indicator of a medical issue. If your cat smells like maple syrup‚ we’re glad you’re here because we will discuss the three possible reasons your cat smells good enough to put on pancakes. The 3 Reasons Your Cat May Smell Like Maple Syrup 1. Diabetes Mellitus It’s estimated that 0.2% to 1% of cats will be diagnosed with diabetes in their lifetime.1 Some cats are more at risk than others‚ with cat obesity being a prime reason cats develop the disease. There are two common types of diabetes: type I and type II. Type I diabetes is where the pancreas is unable to produce insulin (dogs usually suffer from this type of diabetes). Type II diabetes (which is the most common type of diabetes found in felines) refers to an insulin deficiency in which the pancreas produces sufficient amounts of insulin; however‚ the tissues are not able to use it for glucose metabolism. A cat with diabetes that is undiagnosed and therefore untreated‚ or a cat that is on treatment but whose treatment becomes insufficient (usually due to another disease process increasing the body’s need for more glucose) can enter a state of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).  This is a severe and life-threatening complication of diabetes mellitus and requires urgent veterinary care. Cats that are entering a state of DKA can emit an unusual‚ sweet-smelling scent from the breath due to ketone production (formed from the breakdown of fat as an alternative energy source)‚ which is why some cats may smell like maple syrup with the condition.  Sweet-smelling breath won’t be the only sign of a cat in DKA; other signs may be a lack of appetite‚ lethargy‚ vomiting‚ weight loss and an increase in drinking and urination.  If you notice anything that indicates your cat isn’t well‚ make an appointment with your vet as soon as possible. Image Credit: Stock-Asso‚ Shutterstock 2. Chronic Kidney Disease If your cat suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD)‚ a sweet odor could emit from the mouth‚ or it could cause more of an unpleasant ammonia odor. This disease is more often seen in mature and senior cats and affects an estimated 30–40% of cats over 10 years of age. It’s estimated that 81% of cats diagnosed with chronic kidney disease are over 15 years of age‚ but cats younger than 10 years of age have been diagnosed.2 Chronic kidney disease is a gradual deterioration of the function of the kidneys.  Over time the kidneys can no longer efficiently remove waste products from the blood‚ nor can they play their part in concentrating the cat’s urine‚ so that a larger amount of inappropriately dilute urine is produced‚ causing the cat to become severely dehydrated.  With the build up of waste products in the blood comes a condition known as uremia‚ which is usually a sign of end-stage kidney disease.  The urea in the blood can sometimes cause a cat’s breath to smell slightly sweet‚ but in an unpleasant way. Image Credit: Lost_in_translation‚ Shutterstock 3. Skin Conditions It’s not always a cat’s breath that may smell like maple syrup; the fur can also emit this sweet odor and could be from your cat simply brushing up against something that smells sweet. Yeast infections can alter a cat’s body odor as well‚ with certain bacterial infections being more of the cause of a sweet smell. If you smell this sweet odor on your cat’s fur‚ take them to the vet‚ as the infection may well need treatment.  It could also be that the skin condition is secondary to a more systemic (whole body) disease which will need diagnosing and treating as soon as possible. Image Credit: Yaya Photos‚ Shutterstock Conclusion Diabetes is by far the most common reason a cat can develop a maple syrup smell. When researching this issue‚ you may find a possible explanation: Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD)‚ a disease that prevents the body from processing certain amino acids‚ causing a harmful buildup of substances in the blood and urine. However‚ we found no known cases of cats developing this rare disease‚ only humans and cattle. Kidney and urinary problems can also be the cause of the sweet odor. The key takeaway is to take your cat for a checkup if you smell this sweet smell‚ as it could be something serious going on that needs to be addressed immediately. Sources https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/kidney-failure-chronic-in-cats https://www.petmd.com/cat/general-health/causes-bad-odors-cats https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557773/ https://www.hindawi.com/journals/crivem/2015/204037/ https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/endocrine/c_ct_diabetes_with_ketoacidosis Featured Image Credit: Magui RF‚ Shutterstock The post Why Does My Cat Smell Like Maple Syrup? 3 Vet-Reviewed Reasons by Rachel Giordano appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it‚ but all of these articles were assigned‚ contracted and paid for‚ so they aren't considered public domain. However‚ we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article‚ then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com.

The post Is Silvervine for Cats Better Than Catnip? Vet-Approved Facts &; FAQ by Lorre Luther appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it‚ but all of these articles were assigned‚ contracted and paid for‚ so they aren't considered public domain. However‚ we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article‚ then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com. If you have a feline companion at home and you’re looking for new ways to introduce fun and enrichment to their life‚ you may be wondering if silvervine (Actinidia polygama) is something that could bring a bit of variety into their playtime experiences and if it’s better for cats than catnip (Nepeta cataria). Although silvervine is not healthier or better than catnip‚ some cats do not react to catnip; it only elicits responses in about 68% of cats.1 Cats are more receptive to silvervine‚ and it affects around 80% of felines. Therefore‚ there’s a possibility that cats that aren’t affected by catnip can relax after a sniff or two of silvervine. What Is Silvervine? Silvervine grows naturally in Russia‚ Japan‚ Korea‚ and China‚ where it’s long been used as a catnip alternative. It has white flowers and leaves that appear to be tipped with shimmery silver. The plant’s fruit resembles orange eggs. Cats usually get the biggest kicks from silvervine products made from the plant’s gall fruit (that occur after insects lay eggs or larvae on the plant)‚ but other parts‚ such as the leaves and stems‚ also contain the chemicals that cause reactions in cats‚ just at lower concentrations. Silvervine is available in powder and stick form; the sticks are also known as matatabi sticks. Powdered products from the plant’s gall fruit are often the most potent options and deliver the biggest punch. Powdered silvervine can be added to plush toys like dried catnip. Matatabi sticks may chewing opportunities‚ though speak with your vet prior to offering. It’s also possible to find toys stuffed with silvervine that come ready for cats to enjoy. Sprays are also available to keep scratching posts interesting. Image Credit: travelershigh‚ Shutterstock What Is Catnip? Catnip is native to Asia‚ Africa‚ and Europe. It’s part of the same family as mint. The plant’s small flowers are purple and have tiny white dots. Catnip’s effects may annectdotally vary depending on whether it’s sniffed or eaten: cats become active and energetic after smelling catnip‚ while eating the herb often encourages them to zone out and relax. Kittens generally don’t respond to catnip until they’re between 6 and 12 months old‚ and dried options are stronger than fresh products. Cats can enjoy fresh and dried catnip. Many cat toys come pre-stuffed with it to encourage felines to engage and add a bit of extra fun to playtime. There are also sprays‚ which feature combinations of catnip and silvervine that make it easy to keep non-refillable toys interesting for pets. Image Credit: CatCrazy‚ Pixabay What Causes Silvervine and Catnip to Be So Attractive to Cats? Silvervine and catnip feature compounds that trigger the reward centers of cats’ brains. Silvervine contains nepetalactol‚ and catnip has nepetalactone. However‚ silvervine contains additional compounds that work much like nepetalactone. Does Silvervine Have Some of the Same Insect-Repellent Properties as Catnip? Absolutely! Chewing on‚ rolling around in‚ and playing with silvervine and catnip leaves increases the effectiveness of the plants’ mosquito-fighting qualities. Rolling around in and rubbing against the plants is potentially an instinctual behavior that developed to protect cats in the wild from mosquitos and other biting insects. Mosquito bites can cause heartworm disease‚ which can cause systemic inflammatory reactions. Heartworms‚ if left untreated‚ can potentially cause lifelong respiratory disease‚ or even be fatal to cats. Image Credit: Chendongshan‚ Shutterstock Frequently Asked Questions How long do silvervine and catnip highs last? In one study‚ no statistically significant difference was found in the length of response time in observed cats to the various plants that produce the so-called catnip response. Is silvervine addictive? No current data exists to show that silvervine is addictive; similarly catnip is also believed at present not to be addictive. Therefore‚ as far as we know‚ cats can’t overdose on silvervine or catnip‚ but they can potentially experience tummy problems if they consume too much at once. Is it true that tigers don’t like silvervine? Tigers don’t appear to be huge fans of silvervine. However other big cats‚ including leopards‚ jaguars‚ and lions‚ on the other hand‚ are affected by catnip‚ and they can often be seen rolling around and rubbing their bodies against the plant. Image Credit: YanCabrera‚ Pixabay Conclusion Silvervine and catnip produce similar responses in cats‚ and smelling them generally gives them a euphoric burst of energy. However‚ consuming the herbs can also have similar effects. While there’s not much difference in how the two herbs affect cats‚ silvervine is more effective in triggering responses in felines. Neither catnip nor silvervine is known to be addictive‚ and both encourage cats to get up and engage in a bit of physical activity. Sources https://www.petmd.com/cat/general-health/silver-vine-plant-alternative-catnip https://www.newscientist.com/article/2274319-science-with-sam-why-do-cats-go-crazy-for-catnip/ https://news.northwestern.edu/stories/2021/03/catnip-insect-repellent/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/when-cats-chew-catnip-they-make-it-a-better-bug-spray-180980261/ https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60472666-2 https://www.petmd.com/cat/general-health/what-is-catnip https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/heartworm-disease-in-cats https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28302120/ Featured Image Credit: Abigail Crawford‚ Shutterstock The post Is Silvervine for Cats Better Than Catnip? Vet-Approved Facts &; FAQ by Lorre Luther appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it‚ but all of these articles were assigned‚ contracted and paid for‚ so they aren't considered public domain. 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The post Can Cats Eat Spoiled Meat? Vet-Reviewed Facts &; FAQs by Kathryn Copeland appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it‚ but all of these articles were assigned‚ contracted and paid for‚ so they aren't considered public domain. However‚ we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article‚ then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com. Cats are obligate carnivores and therefore predominantly evolved to eat meat in their diet. Many owners tend to favor feeding high-quality cat food—only to see them snatch not-so-fresh meat out of the garbage. But can cats eat spoiled meat? No‚ cats should not eat spoiled meat. They can get sick and are also able to contract serious illness‚ including food poisoning. Here‚ we discuss in further detail why cats can’t eat rotten meat and the signs that you should watch for if they do. What Can Happen If a Cat Eats Spoiled Meat? There are varying degrees of spoilage that can lead to varying degrees of illness. Meat becomes rotten due to exposure to temperature change and air‚ which enables bacterial growth. It typically becomes slimy‚ changes color‚ and emits a foul odor. It is dangerous to eat once it reaches this stage because of the harmful bacteria. (However‚ any amount of bacterial contamination prior to this stage can also be dangerous!) This is what leads to food poisoning‚ which can occur after eating spoiled meat but is also possible with raw meat. 1. Food Poisoning Food poisoning can be quite serious and can make your cat very sick. Food that has gone bad or hasn’t been cooked properly and has come into contact with feces can have organisms such as Salmonella. Signs of food poisoning can include: Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea (might be bloody) Drooling Fever Lack of appetite Lack of energy Abdominal pain You should take your cat to your veterinarian or closest emergency clinic if they start showing any of these signs or you suspect they may have food poisoning. Image Credit: Ling Chen‚ Shutterstock 2. E. coli A serious health risk from consuming spoiled meat is the possibility of contracting E. coli. While E. coli more commonly affects kittens‚ adult cats can still become infected. Signs of infection can include: Watery diarrhea Vomiting Lethargy Lack of appetite Dehydration 3. Botulism While botulism is rare‚ it can result from eating spoiled meat infected with Clostridium botulinum type C performed neurotoxin. Most cats don’t tend to come down with the more severe effects of botulism and can recover with supportive treatment. However‚ botulism can lead to difficulty breathing‚ weakness‚ and death in severe instances. Image Credit: Julia Cherk‚ Shutterstock 4. Parasites Unsurprisingly‚ rotten meat can be full of internal parasites like roundworms and toxoplasma. Cats can experience vomiting‚ diarrhea‚ and weight loss and pose a risk to other pets and humans. 5. Mold If the spoiled meat has had time to become moldy and if the cat ingests it‚ it can lead to mold poisoning. This can lead to digestive upset‚ including vomiting‚ stool changes‚ and a lack of appetite. Image Credit: SOORACHET KHEAWHOM‚ Shutterstock How to Prevent Your Cat From Eating Spoiled Meat If your cat is prone to sneaking into the garbage (or however else they are finding the spoiled meat)‚ you should take steps to secure your trash. Even if this means purchasing a new garbage can with a lock that makes it “childproof‚” it’s worth it for your cat’s safety. Ensure that you are safely storing and disposing of food items‚ especially meats‚ and figure out how your cat could find access to rotten food so you can take preventative steps. When Should You See Your Veterinarian? Since there are many different potential outcomes from various sources and some of the causes can have severe repercussions‚ it’s always best to speak to your vet the moment that you realize that your cat has eaten rotten meat. It might require an immediate visit‚ or they might instruct you on your next steps‚ which will likely include keeping an eye on your cat for the next 48 hours. Since eating spoiled meat can lead to vomiting and diarrhea‚ dehydration can be a serious concern‚ and your cat may need rehydration through IV fluids. Your vet might also want to run blood and other diagnostic tests for conditions that might have resulted from eating the contaminated meat. Catching any serious problems early will give your cat a better prognosis. Further‚ treating your cat is important as many of these foodborne illnesses can also make humans sick. Image Credit: Beach Creatives‚ Shutterstock FAQs Will Cats Eat Spoiled Meat? Most cats aren’t likely to eat spoiled meat. They are prone to being picky about what they eat in general‚ and cats also have an excellent sense of smell. Combine these two traits‚ and you have an animal that generally won’t be interested in eating spoiled meat. That said‚ some cats might wolf it down‚ particularly if they are very hungry. It’s best to keep it out of their way and not risk it. Is It Okay to Feed Meat to Your Cat Just a Few Days After the Expiration Date? Generally‚ no. If you wouldn’t eat it‚ neither should your cat. Further‚ many human foods contain ingredients that are toxic to cats‚ such as garlic‚ onions‚ and anything else in the onion family like chives and shallots. It’s best to stick with cat food—the fresher‚ the better. Can Wet Cat Food Spoil? Absolutely! Wet food should come with an expiration date on the container‚ so check before feeding. When Does Wet Cat Food Go Bad? If the food is sitting out in your cat’s bowl or you’ve left it on the counter‚ it should be removed after a couple of hours. Clean the food bowl with soap and hot water before filling it again. You’ll need to refrigerate any opened wet food‚ and you can warm it up in the microwave before feeding it to your cat again. Opened wet food should be refrigerated for no more than a day or two‚ and then it should be tossed. Image Credit: Thomas B.‚ Pixabay Conclusion Cats should not eat carrion. Rotten meat is just as dangerous to our cats as it is to us. A good rule of thumb is to not give it to our pets if we wouldn’t eat it ourselves. Spoiled meat is also more dangerous for kittens and senior cats. If your cat already has a health condition‚ that can make them more vulnerable to health problems stemming from the bad meat. Speak to your vet if you’re at all concerned about your cat’s health‚ and remember that table scraps and any meat past its prime should not be given to cats. Sources https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/what-is-a-carnivore/ https://www.smithfieldanimals.com/articles/general/686447-can-pets-get-food-poisoning https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/digestive/c_ct_salmonellosis https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/neurological/c_ct_botulism https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/digestive/c_ct_e_coli_infection https://vcacanada.com/know-your-pet/internal-parasites-in-cats https://www.petmd.com/dog/slideshows/mold-poisoning-pets-causes-symptoms-and-treatment Featured Image Credit: Montholz‚ Shutterstock The post Can Cats Eat Spoiled Meat? Vet-Reviewed Facts &; FAQs by Kathryn Copeland appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it‚ but all of these articles were assigned‚ contracted and paid for‚ so they aren't considered public domain. 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